Kieran McKenna snubs interest and signs new contract as Ipswich manager
Deal to 2028 makes him one of England’s highest-paid managersHe had interest from Brighton, Chelsea and Manchester United
The Ipswich Town manager, Kieran McKenna, has signed a new contract, meaning he will lead the Premier League newcomers into next season despite interest from Brighton, Chelsea and Manchester United.
McKenna rose to prominence as one of the hottest properties around after taking Ipswich to consecutive promotions, the latter a dazzling ascent from the Championship that was confirmed this month. He becomes one of the highest-paid managers in England and will be backed significantly as Ipswich prepare for their first top-flight campaign since 2001-02.
